09-12-2006, 05:00 PM
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i-mate Announces the JAQ
"i-mate (London AIM: IMTE), the specialist in Microsoft Windows Mobile� devices and software applications, today announced at CTIA Wireless IT 2006 in Los Angeles the launch of two new mid-range hybrid devices to appeal to a wider audience that demand all the benefits of Windows Mobile� powered devices at a lower price point... The i-mate JAQ has everything the busy professional needs to do business on the move in a Windows Mobile� powered heavy-duty device. The i-mate JAQ is a quad-band device that operates on Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0. The device features a full QWERTY keyboard, 128 MB ROM/64MB RAM, 64k 2.8� color LCD screen, MiniSD memory card expansion, integrated antenna, Bluetooth� compatibility."
For the record, I still think that the JAQ has left the ugliest trail of destruction yet in the world of Windows Mobile. If one were to open a dictionary and look up "atrocious", there would be a picture of the JAQ. What could have been an elegantly curved device all over has been tarnished with a sawed-off top. The in-your-face branding consumes potential button or screen real estate. Specs-wise, it's somewhat reasonable: TI OMAP 200MHz processor, quad-band GSM/GPRS/EDGE, 64MB RAM, 128MB ROM, Bluetooth 1.2 (note, no Wi-Fi), a miniSD slot, QWERTY keyboard, and Windows Mobile 5.0. Design-wise, I'll reinforce the point - it offers JAQ. Rant mode off.
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09-12-2006, 05:17 PM
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I agree regarding the looks, but I still think the original PDA2K was even uglier - AND I bought one of them! :devilboy:
Is this a full WM device or is it WM for Smartphone? If it's full WM and they find a way to add true 3G access, I'd probably buy it despite it's looks. Maybe the next generation will deliver this too me.
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09-12-2006, 05:25 PM
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Originally Posted by whydidnt
Is this a full WM device or is it WM for Smartphone?
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Not sure if "full" is the right word. This is a Pocket PC, if that's what you were referring to.
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Originally Posted by whydidnt
If it's full WM and they find a way to add true 3G access, I'd probably buy it despite it's looks.
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It's not going to happen. In this device's case, 3G support isn't added via the software layer. Hardware-wise, the JAQ offers no 3G connectivity. Best you can get is EDGE.
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09-12-2006, 06:01 PM
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Originally Posted by Darius Wey
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Originally Posted by whydidnt
If it's full WM and they find a way to add true 3G access, I'd probably buy it despite it's looks.
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It's not going to happen. In this device's case, 3G support isn't added via the software layer. Hardware-wise, the JAQ offers no 3G connectivity. Best you can get is EDGE.
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Yes, I figured that was the case. I was just thinking out loud about how I'd like to see them add 3G connectivity to the next version of the device...that would get me interested, despite the looks.
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09-12-2006, 06:14 PM
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09-12-2006, 06:25 PM
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Pupil
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Actually, except for the branding, I don't think it is really ugly! I think I have seen a black & silver version earlier which was really kind of ugly and resulted in a completely different look. But this all-silver version looks much, much better - incredible what color can do! Infact, I find the design quite appealing. I am sure the bi-color optics distracted the eye. This one looks really good!
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09-12-2006, 08:18 PM
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I think it is a great device for those who like the Moto Q but want a full pocket pc.
Or those who like the new HP phones but don't want the square screen issues.
I myself don't want one but i can see a market.
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09-12-2006, 10:19 PM
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Re: i-mate Announces the JAQ
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Originally Posted by Darius Wey
Design-wise, I'll reinforce the point - it offers JAQ.
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A word to the wise: Never give your product a name that can be easily turned into a disparaging name/remark about itself... 
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09-13-2006, 03:44 AM
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Re: i-mate Announces the JAQ
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Originally Posted by Damion Chaplin
A word to the wise: Never give your product a name that can be easily turned into a disparaging name/remark about itself... |
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09-13-2006, 06:52 AM
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5000+ Posts? I Should OWN This Site!
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Jaq the UBS guy. Google it.
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